Episode 56: Slice of the Paranormal visits the haunted Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the land of hex signs, shoofly pies, and restless ghosts. This historic religious community is said to be haunted by former members and soldiers who were treated within its wooden walls during the Revolutionary War. Even today, artifacts continue to surface, amulets, glass trumpets, and rumors of a golden goblet still buried somewhere beneath the soil, each one whispering of Pennsylvania Dutch superstitions and spiritual beliefs from centuries past. It's hard not to feel the presence of ghosts here, where echoes of prayers, songs, and long ago séances still seem to hum through the air. In this episode, we uncover the strange lore of the Ephrata Cloister, its unusual diet, its bizarre sleeping habits, and the stories that make it one of Pennsylvania's most haunted historical sites. Join us as we explore faith, folklore, and phantoms, one slice at a time. Sources: Ghosts of Hershey and Vicinity by Christopher E. Wolf 2009 Pennsylvania Ghost Towns by Susan Hutchison Tassin 2007 Uncharted Lancaster by Adam Zurn 2025 https://lancasteronline.com/features/entertainment/many-a-weird-and-wild-tale-lurks-in-the-past-of-the-ephrata-cloister/article_aaaa4757-168c-5ae6-8c17-6bc96d92e6cd.html https://ephratacloister.org https://lancasteronline.com/features/ghostly-encounters-librarian-offers-glimpse-of-haunted-lancaster-county/article_824cd258-f4e9-11e4-a57f-733739db0128.html

Episode 55: Slice of the Paranormal explores the haunted Alvira Bunkers in Union County, Pennsylvania. Once a thriving small town, Alvira was seized by the U.S. government during World War II and transformed into a massive TNT factory for the war effort. Promises to return the land to its families after the war were never kept, and the town vanished—leaving behind only ruins, memories, and mystery. Today, the Alvira ghost town is scattered with crumbling foundations hidden among the trees and more than 150 decaying TNT bunkers. Cemeteries still stand as eerie reminders of the lives once rooted here. The bunkers are now covered in graffiti, fueling chilling tales of satanic rituals, shadowy figures, and paranormal activity. Visitors have captured EVP recordings, strange photo anomalies, and that unmistakable feeling of being watched in these Pennsylvania state game lands. In this episode, we uncover the dark history of Alvira, its ties to the Manhattan Project, and the chilling story of a man who murdered his entire family with an axe. Join us as we dig into the haunted history of Pennsylvania and take another deliciously dark bite with Slice of the Paranormal.

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Shadowlands: https://susquehannavalley.blogspot.com/2019/03/the-alvira-bunkers.html https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/pennsylvania/pa-alvira-bunkers http://ghosttowns.com/states/pa/alvira.html https://www.pennlive.com/midstate/2013/03/government_accused_of_reneging.html https://www.dailyitem.com/news/remembering-alvira-a-pennsylvania-village-lost/article_32f809e4-8d7f-11e7-a3fb-d3f839c2ac8d.html https://muncyhistoricalsociety.wordpress.com/2014/08/05/a-call-to-action-say-no-to-alvira-land-swap https://uncoveringpa.com/alvira-bunkers https://www.facebook.com/116216865062937/posts/surrender-the-sudden-death-of-alvira-pennsylvaniaat-the-campus-theatre-market-st/753243334693617 https://uncoveringpa.com/alvira-bunkers

Episode 54: Slice of the Paranormal travels to Western Pennsylvania to immerse ourselves in the legacy of George Romero and Night of the Living Dead. At Evans City Cemetery we stand by the iconic Kramer and Blair headstones where the first zombies in horror history rose from the ground and the line "They're coming to get you Barbara" still echoes. We explore the site of the original farmhouse and the eerie Zombie Bridge before heading to Millvale to visit Harold's Haunt, Pittsburgh's haunted they bar, where the spirits of past owners linger. Finally we descend on the Monroeville Mall, home to Dawn of the Dead and the Living Dead Museum, the ultimate stop for zombie fans. From cemeteries to malls this episode dives into the history of Night of the Living Dead and the lasting influence of zombie movies on horror culture.

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Fifty Pennsylvania's Most Haunted Sites by Sherri Granato https://thepennsylvaniarambler.wordpress.com/2020/08/21/night-of-the-living-dead/

Coal Region Hoodoo by Maxim Furek

Episode 53: Slice of the Paranormal dives into horror movies, cult icons, and cryptid legends this week. We interview Craig David Dowsett, the actor who transformed Winnie the Pooh into a nightmare in the horror film Winnie the Pooh Blood and Honey. Craig shares what it was like stepping into the role of a beloved childhood character and playing him as a twisted bloodthirsty bear. We also talk about his directorial debut Bigfoot Primal Rage, a creature feature that brings the legend of Bigfoot to life in terrifying ways. Joining Craig is his wife Emma Dowsett, the other half of their production company. Together they discuss their films, their creative process, life in independent horror, and what fans can expect from them in the future. The Slice team had a great time talking with both Craig and Emma even if one of them is not a pizza lover. Tune in to find out if Honey and marinara can mix as well as Blood and Honey.

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Episode 52: Slice of the Paranormal travels to Atlantic City to explore the Boardwalk, where legends tell of a mysterious woman in white who still wanders the shore. Of course we could not resist grabbing a slice of Atlantic City pizza along the way. A trip to this seaside town would not be complete without some gambling, so we ventured into the haunted Hard Rock Casino to uncover its ghostly secrets. As the waves crashed against the sand it was impossible not to reflect on the many bodies that have washed up here throughout history. The Atlantic Ocean has long been called one of the largest underwater graveyards on Earth. Our journey then took us to the haunted Absecon Lighthouse, a place with chilling ties to shipwrecks and even the legend of the Jersey Devil. We also explored the unsettling past of the Atlantic City Boardwalk sideshows, where the cries of ghostly babies are said to echo from the site that once displayed the Baby Incubators. Join us as we dive into the haunted history of Atlantic City from ghost sightings on the Boardwalk to paranormal activity at casinos lighthouses and forgotten sideshows. The Site's: Absecon Lighthouse https://abseconlighthouse.org Hard Rock Casino https://casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/ Brighton Park https://www.acnj.gov/Departments/parks-and-public-property Sources: https://acfpl.org/ac-history-menu/atlantic-city-faq-s/15-heston-archives/147-atlantic-city-history-22.html https://www.atlanticcountynj.gov/government/county-departments/department-of-public-works/division-of-parks-and-recreation/historic-sites-in-atlantic-county/estellville-glassworks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powhattan_(1837)?wprov=sfti1# https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/1940/april/historic-ships-navy-powhatan https://shorelocalnews.com/the-father-of-atlantic-city-and-the-railroad-to-nowhere-2/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/2017/05/09/trumps-taj-mahal-the-8th-wonder-of-the-world-sold-for-pennies-on-the-dollar/

Episode 50: Slice of the Paranormal returns to Crawford County Pennsylvania to explore one of the state's most haunted locations, Hotel Conneaut and the remains of Conneaut Lake Park. Built in 1903 and once called "The Crown Jewel of Conneaut Lake," this historic hotel is filled with ghost stories and chilling legends. From devastating fires that scarred the grounds to tragic deaths that may have left restless spirits behind, the paranormal activity here is undeniable. In this episode we uncover: • The ghostly bride Elizabeth who perished in a fire on her wedding night, now the namesake of the hotel's restaurant and bar • The giggle of a ghost boy still echoing through the halls • Phantom couples dancing in the Dreamland Ballroom • The spirit of a drunken sailor thrown from the legendary Blue Streak Coaster • A little girl's ghost still haunting the park tunnel • Possible spirits of those who drowned in Conneaut Lake or perished in the flames Is Hotel Conneaut truly one of Pennsylvania's most haunted hotels? Does Conneaut Lake Park still hold the echoes of those who once walked its midway? Join us as we investigate the legends, lore, and restless spirits of this haunted Pennsylvania landmark. 👻 Listen subscribe and let us know who you think still haunts these sites Sources: Ghosthunting Pennsylvania by Rosemary Ellen Guiley 2009 Ghosts Among Us by Leslie Rule 2004 Haunted in America by Leslie Rule 2022 Shadowlands #ParanormalPodcast #HauntedPennsylvania #HotelConneaut #ConneautLakePark #GhostStories #HauntedHotels #HauntedPlaces #Ghosts